Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters) (국기원(세계태권도본부)) - Area information - Korea travel information

Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters) (국기원(세계태권도본부))

Kukkiwon (World Taekwondo Headquarters) (국기원(세계태권도본부))

1.6Km    2024-03-06

(Kukkiwon), 32, Teheran-ro 7-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-567-1058

Established in 1972, Kukkiwon serves as the headquarters of World Taekwondo. The organization strives to promote the Korean cultural heritage of Taekwondo across the world and set the culture of Taekwondo. To that end, it provides Taekwondo instructor training, undertakes research and development of Taekwondo techniques, and hosts the World Taekwondo Hanmadang. The nearby Kukkiwon Memorial Hall collects and exhibits artifacts related to Taekwondo’s history.

Park Ryu Sook Gallery (박여숙화랑)

Park Ryu Sook Gallery (박여숙화랑)

1.7Km    2025-01-08

461, Apgujeong-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-549-7575

Soon after its opening in 1983, the Park Ryu Sook Gallery moved to Cheongdam-dong, an uncharted territory back in 1988. Ever since, the gallery has played a significant role in turning the region into one of the most representative art places in Korea. The Park Ryu Sook Gallery mainly deals with modern art, and contributes to the development of Korea's modern art scene by recruiting and supporting talented rookies in the field, and by introducing artwork of major modern artists from abroad. Moreover, the gallery works to promote Korean art worldwide by joining major art fairs such as the Chicago, Koln, and Basel art fairs.

Through these and similar activities, the Park Ryu Sook Gallery works to provide the public the invaluable opportunity to enjoy quality artwork, maximize their own creativity, and take a moment out of their hectic lives to indulge in a little self-reflection.

Forever Plastic Surgery (포에버성형외과의원)

1.7Km    2025-10-23

(5th Floor, Patio9), 742 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Forever Plastic Surgery Gangnam is located near Hakdong Station on Subway Line 7 (Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam). You can receive all cosmetic surgeries and procedures including facelifts, skin care, obesity, hair transplant, and non-surgical cosmetic procedures in one place. Our 8 medical staff with about 30 employees specializes in both dermatology and plastic surgeries. We can provide services in English, Chinese, Russian, and Japanese. With various procedures and laser equipment, we will guide you to the most suitable method according to your condition or recovery period. 
Feel free to visit and receive consultation without any fee. In addition, we issue a reimbursement slip for refund at the airport refund counter.

Passi 0914 (파시0914)

Passi 0914 (파시0914)

1.7Km    2025-10-29

15 Dosan-daero 45-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Passi 0914 is an Italian resturant serving pasta and ovenbrick-baked pizza near the entrance to Dosan Park. The restaurant only has three terrace tables so reservations are a must. The restaurant was featured as a filming site in the drama "Celebrity (2023)."

DA Plastic Surgery (디에이성형외과)

1.7Km    2025-10-23

DA Plastic Surgery Building, 125 Teheran-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

DA Plastic Surgery operates plastic surgery, dermatology, hair transplant center, and anti-aging center and is located in Gangnam Station.
It consists of 42 professional medical staff including plastic surgeons, breast surgeons, otolaryngologists, and anesthesiologists. It provides interpretation services in eight languages, including English, Chinese, Japanese, Mongolian, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Russian, and Thai. We are building an all-in-one service for foreign customers ranging from airport pickup to consultation, examination, surgery, treatment, and follow-up care.

Cheongdam Fashion Street (청담패션거리)

Cheongdam Fashion Street (청담패션거리)

1.7Km    2022-09-06

Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul-si
+82-2-3445-0111

The street from the Cheongdam Station intersection to Galleria Department Store is lined with luxury brand stores and dubbed as “Cheongdam Fashion Street." Often frequented by celebrities, the area became a popular tourist destination for hallyu fans. Inside the alleys are famous restaurants, and with art galleries and boutiques popping up within the area, the street has gained a reputation as a cultural shopping street.

Liz on with Yonsei Slimline Clinic (리즈온위드 연세슬림라인의원)

1.7Km    2025-10-23

(3rd Floor, Postam Building), 12 Seolleung-ro 153-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Liz on with Yonsei Slimline Clinic, renowned for its expertise in liposuction, has made its mark across the globe with patients from Korea, Singapore, Mongolia, Vietnam, China, Japan, France, Finland, and Australia. We (Apgujeong Dermatology Clinic and Apgujeong Rodeo Dermatology Clinic) take pride in offering more than just liposuction. Our services also include advanced laser treatments, and we ensure the use of only genuine, precisely measured doses in all procedures.
What sets us apart is our:
Warm, family-like atmosphere
Friendly, highly trained staff
Medical team with doctoral degrees, dedicated to ongoing research and innovation
Our patients particularly appreciate the expertise of Dr. Park Geon-chae, a distinguished figure in skin and obesity treatment with 25 years of experience in Apgujeong, and Dr. Park Ha-yeon.
At Liz on with Yonsei Slimline Clinic, our top priority is helping patients achieve their beauty goals while maintaining a healthy body. Our doctors are deeply committed to research, attending academic conferences regularly, and publishing papers to advance the field. This dedication has attracted doctors from around the world who come to learn from our experts.

ab Cafe At Bali (에이비카페 At Bali)

ab Cafe At Bali (에이비카페 At Bali)

1.7Km    2025-11-05

32 Gangnam-daero 102-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

A cafe where you can experience digital drawing
It is a cafe with the concept of a vacation resort with an atmosphere that makes you feel like you are in a Southeast Asian resort. The upbeat atmosphere with rattan furniture placed here and there is always popular enough to be fully booked. The Wacom Lounge on the 3rd floor is a space where ‘Wacom One’, optimized for webtoon creation, is installed. Anyone can use it, and you can experience digital drawing, editing, and correction with the 'Wacom One' tablet.

Figure Museum W (피규어뮤지엄W)

Figure Museum W (피규어뮤지엄W)

1.8Km    2024-03-18

3, Seolleung-ro 158-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-2-512-8865

The Figure Museum W is a new concept museum that combines the appeal of figurines with Enter-Tour-Ment. It integrates some functions of theme parks to create a space for a new play culture and healthy hobbies. In Figure Museum W, visitors can meet special figurines, experience the appeal of figurines, and trace the history and the world of figurines.

Yoojung Restaurant (유정식당)

1.8Km    2025-10-29

14 Dosan-daero 28-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul

Yoojung Restaurant is well-known, despite being located in a side-street, thanks to its having been frequented often by BTS members during their training days. BTS fans will love seeing the many pictures and posters of BTS decorating the walls, and can enjoy the same dishes loved by their idols. Some of the stars' most ordered dishes have had their names changed to reflect this.